Faculty of Civil Engineering, VSB-Technical University of Ostrava, 708 00 Ostrava, Czech Republic, VSB-Technical University of Ostrava
Faculty of Building Services, Hydro and Environmental Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Nowowiejska St. 20, 00-653 Warsaw, Poland, Warsaw University of Technology Poland
Faculty of Building Services, Hydro and Environmental Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Nowowiejska St. 20, 00-653 Warsaw, Poland, Warsaw University of Technology
The growing concern over climate change has intensified the need to control greenhouse gas emissions, particularly in the building sector. A significant portion of a building’s environmental impact arises during its operational phase, primarily due to energy consumption for heating and cooling. Insulation wall materials play a crucial role in enhancing energy efficiency by reducing heat transfer, thereby lowering energy demand and long-term carbon emissions. However, the selection of insulation materials is often driven by technical performance, with limited consideration of their full life-cycle impact.
This study adopts a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) approach to evaluate the environmental performance of various insulation materials, comparing their embodied carbon, thermal properties, and overall contribution to sustainability. By analyzing both conventional and emerging solutions, the research aims to provide quantitative insights that assist in selecting materials that balance energy efficiency, durability, and environmental impact. The findings will offer guidance for optimizing insulation material choices to reduce carbon footprints while ensuring thermal performance in sustainable building practices.
Sustainable Construction, Environmental Impact, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Low-Carbon Buildings, Thermal Envelope
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